State Hazard Mitigation Planner Limited Service
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Job Location:
Waterbury, CT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
4 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Overview
Vermont Emergency Management (VEM) is looking for a mission-driven professional to join our Hazard Mitigation Team. This position will support Vermont communities in developing and implementing Local Hazard Mitigation Plans in coordination with FEMA Vermonts regional planning commissions and private consultants. Additionally this position will support planning efforts across the state related to Vermonts resilience to natural hazards including updating the State Hazard Mitigation Plan.
This position will work under the supervision of the Hazard Mitigation Supervisor and participates in VEM Emergency Operation Center activations trainings and Division-wide activities as appropriate. The full job specification can be viewedhere.
The State of Vermont offers flexible telework. The person hired for this position will be expected to live in Vermont with the ability to be in-office three days per week starting in December of 2025.
Who May Apply
This position State Hazard Mitigation Planner - Limited Service (Job Requisition #53768) is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position please contact Lisa Kolb at .
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECKS: Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position to include Motor Vehicle/Criminal Records Personal History Credit and any additional background check(s).
Environmental Factors
Normal office conditions generally prevail with some required travel to various localities throughout the State. Private means of transportation should be available. Emergency management drills and actual emergencies may require performance outside of normal hours. Position may require availability after regular working hours in the case of actual emergencies. On-call status may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters degree or higher in emergency management public administration natural resources risk management or related field.
OR
Bachelors degree or higher in emergency management public administration natural resources risk management or related field AND two (2) or more years of experience in emergency management hazard mitigation grant management or community/urban planning.
OR
Four (4) or more years of experience in emergency management hazard mitigation grant management or community/urban planning.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience or coursework in hazard mitigation planning natural resources planning or engineering.
Experience with or knowledge of federal grant programs.
Special Requirements
Applicants are subject to security clearance by the Department of Public Safety.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity but its more than a paycheck. The States total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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Key Skills
- GIS
- JAWS
- Military Experience
- Business Management
- Emergency Management
- Joint Operations
- Production Planning
- Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- ERP Systems
- Exercise Planning
- MRP
About Company
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